NYC's Pokey and Schleppie Awards: M42 Slowest, Q8 Least Reliable Bus Routes
CBS New YorkDecember 5, 20251 min3,181 views
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- 🏆 The annual "Pokey" and "Schleppie" awards highlight NYC's slowest and least reliable bus routes, presented by the New York Public Interest Research Group Strap Hangers Campaign and the Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee to the MTA.
The Pokey Award Winner
- 🐢 The M42 bus received the "Pokey" award for being the slowest bus route in the city.
- 📍 It travels along 42nd Street at an average speed of 5.25 mph, leading to significant rider frustration.
The Schleppie Award Winner
- 🚶 The Q8 bus was awarded the "Schleppie" award as the least reliable route.
- ⏱️ Riders on the Q8 experience average delays of 3.62 minutes longer than expected.
Most Improved Route
- 📈 The M79 Plus (formerly M79, now under select bus service) received the "Mausle Award" for the most improved route.
- 🚀 Its average speed increased from 6.63 mph to 7.25 mph.
Proposed Solutions for Improvement
- 🚗 MTA leaders are addressing issues like double-parked cars and illegal bus lane invasions.
- 💳 Future improvements include implementing all-door boarding with the widespread use of OMNI and proof-of-payment systems to speed up service.
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